Located in Clairton, the mill sits along the Monongahela River, south of Pittsburgh.
Research from the University of Pittsburgh shows that air toxics, released from industrial facilities such as Clairton, increase the risk of cancer incidences over a wide geographic area.
Individuals living in Clairton and the surrounding communities report high rates of air pollution-associated health problems. Health concerns include cancer, asthma and lung disease.
The Environmental Protection Agency states that children, the elderly, those with chronic lung disease and asthma are especially affected by harmful air pollutants.
Clairton Coke Works continuously spews dangerous toxins into the air we breathe. Yet, U.S. Steel advertises that the plant continuously improves the environment.
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Nikole Baker is a PennFuture intern based in Pittsburgh.
